Comparison
Nissan Leaf vs Rivian R1S
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Rivian R1S 303 mi vs 410 mi
Best value Nissan Leaf $29,990 vs $102,190
Faster charging Nissan Leaf 40 min vs 49 min
Weighted profile Rivian R1S 4.5 vs 5.5
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Rivian R1S
410 mi vs 303 mi
Value winner
Nissan Leaf
$99/mi vs $249/mi
Charging winner
Nissan Leaf
40 min vs 49 min
Efficiency winner
Nissan Leaf
278 Wh/mi vs 399 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Rivian R1S
126.6 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Nissan Leaf | Rivian R1S |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | SV | Dual Max (22in) |
| MSRP (USD) | $29,990 | $102,190 |
| Range | 303 mi | 410 mi |
| Efficiency | 278 Wh/mi • 3.6 mi/kWh | 399 Wh/mi • 2.51 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 75 kWh | 142.3 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
| Body type | Hatchback | SUV |
| DC max | 100 kW | 496 kW |
| AC max | 7 kW | 12 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 40 min | 49 min |
| Roadtrip score | 61.8 | 68.4 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 71 mi | 76 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 99 $/mi | 249 $/mi |
| Top speed | 99 mph | 125 mph |
| Cargo | 15 cu ft | 18 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 2,150 lb | 7,716 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Rivian R1S if you want the longer rated range (410 mi vs 303 mi).
- Choose Nissan Leaf if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 40 min vs 49 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Nissan Leaf looks better ($99/mi vs $249/mi).
Weighted verdict
Rivian R1S has the stronger weighted profile (5.5 vs 4.5).
Nissan Leaf4.5 Rivian R1S5.5 100 kW40 min 496 kW49 min
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